Sony VCT R100 Lightweight Tripod

Product: ​Sony VCT R100 Lightweight Tripod

Price: $34.99

Type of Product: Camera/Video Tripod

Our Rating: 9 out of Ten

The Sony VCT R100 Lightweight Tripod – Product Overview

A great value tripod with 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head that is compact and light enough to fit in a backpack. When folded up it only reaches 14 inches in length but when extended fully it reaches a comfortable 40 inches.

The 3-way pan/tilt head makes moving and pointing your camera an easy task because you don’t need to fiddle with the tripod itself – it also makes steady shooting with a video camera a breeze!

The tripod’s durable black aluminum construction means it is capable of supporting more than two pounds in weight.

The package includes a reliable tripod case for safe transit and a manufacturer’s limited 1 year warranty on parts plus a 90 day warranty on labor.

The Good & The Bad

The Pros:

Very easy to assemble and very easy to fold away for packing

Well made and sturdy

​Fantastic value for money ( low price )

The 3-Way pan head is surprisingly fluid and smooth when compared to other tripods in it’s class

The locking mechanism is cam-lock

The Cons:

​​The maximum extension of this model is only at 40 inches

It’s designed primarily for equipment weighing less than 3 pounds

Does not offer a quick release function

Who is The Sony VCT R100 Lightweight Tripod for?

The Sony VCT R100 Lightweight Tripod is perfect for film producers and professional photographers who are not looking to spend a small fortune on equipment. It is a great piece of equipment for those who are looking to gradually build up their tool base without skimping on quality.

Our Final Opinion on The Sony VCT R100 Lightweight Tripod

Well for the price you really cannot go wrong here – it is easily as effective and durable as the $80 models currently on the market!

It’s compact folded dimensions make it easy to take out on field trips, studio shoots and even on holidays! It does seem a little short in some instances but again this down to it’s unique folding feature.

We found it worked best with slightly lighter cameras so if you are planning on shelling out on a DSLR you may want to go for a tripod that is suited to the increased weight.

A perfect choice for independent filmmakers who are building up on a budget – at $34 you really can’t go wrong!